Ministry of Health

The Ministry of Health Zanzibar aims to ensure accessible and equitable health services for all Zanzibaris. Their mission is to provide strategic leadership that safeguards the right to quality healthcare.

Our policies focus on:

• Health Administration: Encouraging inclusivity, transparency, and accountability in decision-making.
• Healthcare Provision: Strengthening referral systems across public and private sectors.
• Social Services: Enhancing integration and management of social services.
• Human Resources: Expanding the skilled workforce at all healthcare levels.
• Infrastructure: Developing sustainable health facilities and improving transport networks.
• Medical Supplies: Increasing access to quality medicines and equipment.
• Health Laws & Regulations: Ensuring compliance with health standards.
• Health Information: Establishing data-driven decision-making systems.
• Research & Innovation: Promoting scientific studies in healthcare.
• Health Funding: Securing sustainable financial resources.
• Cross-cutting Themes: Integrating gender equality, human rights, and environmental management into healthcare.

Vision and Mission:

• Vision: Ensuring access to reliable health services for all Zanzibaris with equity and fairness.

• Mission: Providing strategic leadership to safeguard the right to quality and equitable healthcare for all.